Two Rainy Nights cover

Two Rainy Nights

Joe Jackson · 2002

67 min · 14 tracks · jazz · new wave · punk

A blend of jazzy pop and sophisticated rock, exploring themes of longing and introspection through rich melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • rich melodies for introspective listening
  • gradual resolution through emotional themes
  • evening solitude with thoughtful lyrics

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification tracks
  • prefer upbeat party anthems

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Two Rainy Nights' was released in 2002, Joe Jackson had established himself as a versatile artist with a diverse catalog, following his critically acclaimed works in the late 1970s and 1980s. This album marked a return to form after several years of varied experimentation, showcasing Jackson's ability to fuse genres while maintaining his distinctive lyrical edge.
Stylistic neighbors
Elvis Costello· Squeeze· The Police

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Prelude / Hell of a Town 7:06
  • 2 You Can’t Get What You Want (Till You Know What You Want) 3:04
  • 3 Happyland 4:46
  • 4 Stranger Than You 4:19
  • 5 Another World 4:19
  • 6 Is She Really Going Out With Him? 4:17
  • 7 Home Town 5:31
  • 8 Real Men 4:42
  • 9 Stranger Than Fiction 4:09
  • 10 Glamour and Pain 5:36
  • 11 Target 4:05
  • 12 Just Because 4:10
  • 13 Got the Time 3:18
  • 14 A Slow Song 7:39

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